Problematic Wildlife II

Problematic Wildlife II
Author: Francesco Maria Angelici
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 655
Release: 2020-05-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030423352

In a world where habitats are constantly changing and the impact of anthropization on the environment is increasingly intense, interactions between human and wildlife are becoming more and more complex. Some species pose problems for human activities while many others need to be helped in order to continue to exist. This book follows the first volume called 'Problematic Wildlife', edited by F.M. Angelici and published by Springer in 2016, which has had considerable success with readers and critics. The volume includes 21 chapters divided into 7 parts devoted specific topics which are approached in a multidisciplinary way. There are both review chapters and specific cases, always bearing in mind the interest for an international audience. The book is useful both for scientists, wildlife specialists, conservationists, zoologists, ecologists, university students, nature managers, and for those who live in contact with wildlife and its problems, such as farmers, shepherds, hunters, urban planners, and staff of parks and nature reserves. Its ultimate goal is to offer scientific and pragmatic approaches to manage each categories of problematic species.

Mammal Community Dynamics

Mammal Community Dynamics
Author: Cynthia J. Zabel
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 740
Release: 2003-09-18
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780521008655

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Awakening Spirits

Awakening Spirits
Author: Richard Reading
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2010-06-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1555917836

This illustrated collection offers fascinating insight on restoring the wolf population to the Southern Rockies. Detailed reports by wildlife biologists, geographers, legal and policy experts, and conservationists provide a comprehensive look at not only the ecological imperatives, but also the history, legal framework, and public attitudes affecting the future of wolves.

People and Wildlife, Conflict or Co-existence?

People and Wildlife, Conflict or Co-existence?
Author: Rosie Woodroffe
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2005-08-25
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781139445627

Human-wildlife conflict is a major issue in conservation. As people encroach into natural habitats, and as conservation efforts restore wildlife to areas where they may have been absent for generations, contact between people and wild animals is growing. Some species, even the beautiful and endangered, can have serious impacts on human lives and livelihoods. Tigers kill people, elephants destroy crops and African wild dogs devastate sheep herds left unattended. Historically, people have responded to these threats by killing wildlife wherever possible, and this has led to the endangerment of many species that are difficult neighbours. The urgent need to conserve such species, however, demands coexistence of people and endangered wildlife. This book presents a variety of solutions to human-wildlife conflicts, including novel and traditional farming practices, offsetting the costs of wildlife damage through hunting and tourism, and the development of local and national policies.

Wolves

Wolves
Author: L. David Mech
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 483
Release: 2007-02
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0226516970

The first comprehensive scientific study of wolves publishes since 1970 updates readers on the biology of these remarkable animals while illuminating the environmental and economic issues surrounding their "comeback" in the West. (Biology & Natural History)